ORR School Committee — July 1, 2026

The Old Rochester Regional School Committee met via Zoom on July 1, 2026, convening at 12:23 p.m. Following a roll call vote, the committee first entered into an executive session pursuant to Open Meeting Law exceptions 3 and 7 before returning to open session. Upon reconvening, the committee unanimously voted to approve a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the School Committee and the Rochester Select Board as presented.

The committee then voted unanimously to accept two donations for the school district. The first was a monetary gift of $2,002.99 from donor John Menzel to purchase an HP DesignJet printer for Mr. McElroy's classes at Old Rochester Regional High School. The second was an in-kind donation of two large dugouts (approximately 42 feet and 38 feet long) from Old Rochester Youth Baseball (ORYB), presented by ORYB President Derek Crippen and reviewed by Facilities Director Gene Jones for installation at the high school complex.

Finally, the committee approved the transfer and expenditure of up to $100,000 from the Capital Stabilization Fund to fund the replacement of the high school bleachers and associated gym floor restoration. Superintendent Nelson explained that the project, priced at approximately $280,000 and currently out to bid, is supported by $180,000 in state budget earmarks ($125,000 from Representative Sylvia and $55,000 from Senator Montigny). Following brief confirmation that no members of the public wished to comment, the committee voted to adjourn.

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